Joe Keery

Actor in Stranger Things

Joe Keery - Actor in Stranger Things
Born

April 24th, 1992
33 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1992, an American actor gained recognition for a leading role in the popular Netflix series Stranger Things. The character Steve Harrington showcased a significant arc, transitioning from a high school antagonist to a beloved hero. Keery also appeared in films such as Free Guy and facilitates music projects under the stage name Djo.

Played Steve Harrington in Stranger Things

Starred in the film Free Guy

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